In a significant development at Ramu NiCo’s mining project areas, the women representatives from key associations, Basamuk Women Association, Maigari Women Association, and Coastal Pipeline Women Association, were democratically elected on Friday, September 20, 2024. This election marks a crucial step towards gender inclusivity and empowerment within the mining community.
Ramu NiCo, a prominent mining company, has a unique initiative where it allocates some royalty of the total component to women associations operating within the four project areas situated along its mining corridors. This financial support underscores the company’s commitment to fostering the participation and upliftment of women in regions closely linked to its operations.
Emphasizing the importance of financial prudence and sustainability, Albert Tobe, the Deputy General Manager of Community Affairs at Ramu NiCo, encouraged the newly elected women executives to judiciously utilize the funds received from the company.
Mr Tobe underscored the significance of making the most of the allocated resources, especially in the face of economic challenges currently affecting Papua New Guinea.
The female leaders would take on their roles, manage the funds effectively and explore avenues for long-term growth and community impact.
The election of these women representatives signifies a step towards greater gender equality and empowerment within the mining industry, reflecting a growing recognition of the vital role that women play in community development and decision-making processes.
As these leaders embark on their new responsibilities, it is hoped that they will leverage the resources at their disposal to drive positive change and sustainable progress within their respective communities.
The empowerment of women within the framework of Ramu NiCo’s mining projects not only highlights the company’s commitment to social responsibility but also sets a valuable precedent for inclusive practices in the corporate sector.
The newly elected women executives now stand as torchbearers of progress, entrusted with the task of utilizing financial resources for the greater good and enduring prosperity of their communities.
The newly elected women representatives for Basamuk, Coastal Pipeline and Maigari women Assocoations with Ramu NiCo’s Gender Officer Vero Bonamedura and Carter Oiee the Minerals and Rasource Authority posed for a photo session after the swearing in ceremony of the newly elected women executives.